Chapter 715: Chapter 715: You’er Joins the Imperial Army

Especially Wei Yundai, she felt like she was about to faint.

How did this ceremonial procession arrive so quickly?

There was clearly still half an hour left, and according to the original plan, everything should be just right!

But now, not only was there a mistake with Wei Yundai’s side, the procession also arrived early, adding insult to injury!

"Father..."

Wei Yundai looked to Wei Yan for help, and Wei Yan’s mind was also in disarray!

"No need for captives, no need, kill them, just kill them directly!"

Wei Yan nearly roared, his eyes turning blood red, there was no time left!

Must be quick, quick, quick!

But then...

"Boom!"

A loud noise as the main gate was suddenly smashed open!

The two servants leaning against the door were thrown out by the powerful force.

This unforeseen event was shocking, and the previously noisy, stalemate situation was frozen by this scene, with everyone looking towards the entrance.

Entering was an officer, wearing a suit of Black Gold Armor, holding a sharp long knife, with some iron shavings on it.

He had just used this knife to slice open the door a crack, then kicked his way in.

"Zhou... General Zhou?"

Wei Yan saw the man arrive and tensed, instinctively greeting him.

General Zhou, Zhou Kai Xuan, the Emperor’s close minister!

He was not only a man by the Emperor’s side, but also a person of Princess Rong Si, his arrival truly ruined everything, especially since they had completely torn faces with Wei Yunyan.

What will happen next?

No need to think, it’s clear Wei Yunyan will definitely use her status as an Imperial Concubine to relentlessly retaliate against the Wei State Duke Mansion!

This is truly adding insult to injury for the Wei State Duke Mansion as its power wanes!

Zhou Kai Xuan saw the chaotic scene inside and, especially noting Long Yue’s sweaty and breathless state, frowned deeply and coldly asked, "Duke Wei, what’s going on here?"

Wei Yan awkwardly replied, "No... nothing..."

"Oh, really nothing?"

Zhou Kai Xuan’s gaze was sharp, making it difficult for anyone to meet his eyes.

Wei Yundai feared Long Yue might reveal the matter, so she quickly stepped forward to support her, "Sister, oh dear sister, you insisted on having them practice boxing with you, and now you’re all sweaty, how awkward is that for Lord Zhou to see?"

Long Yue glanced back at her pretentious sister and sneered coldly inside. Is she trying to take preemptive control? If I push her away and accuse them of trying to harm me, and then she acts all pitiful and cries, would people think I, as her sister, am too unkind?

She’s all alone; Wei Yundai has the entire Duke Mansion behind her. Even if she wins now, later they might stir up trouble saying she’s harsh and even cruel to her sister.

Forget it!

Long Yue smiled faintly, reached out to grab Wei Yundai’s delicate wrist, and squeezed hard!

Her strength was significant, right on her pulse, just like when Wei Yundai had pinched her before.

"Ah... Uh..."

Wei Yundai instinctively wanted to scream, but realizing the situation, she quickly closed her mouth, enduring the excruciating pain as if her wrist were being crushed, and struggled to say, "Sister... why don’t... I get you a towel to wipe your sweat?"

Long Yue looked at her with indifference, her eyes devoid of warmth. She glanced at Zhou Kai Xuan, saying, "No need, I’ve traveled in haste to the palace, regardless, I’ll have to bathe and change before serving His Majesty, but thank you for your kindness, sister."

After saying that, Long Yue gave Wei Yundai another pinch.

Wei Yundai inhaled sharply.

"Well then, Father, Mother, Sister, I’m bidding farewell for now, will be sure to return often to visit."

Long Yue politely saluted Wei Yan and Mrs. Gao, then walked out gracefully.

Wei Yan watched Long Yue’s departing figure, his face alternating between blue and white, his fists clenched tightly.

He couldn’t understand how Zhou Kai Xuan managed to come?

Long Yue couldn’t understand either, but when she stepped out and saw someone, she understood.

"Ah!"

You’er opened his mouth to greet her, bouncing energetically.

This little guy had an inborn sense of danger, so when Long Yue first entered the Wei Mansion, he had gone looking for someone.

The servants of the Wei Family, of course, didn’t take him seriously, which gave him a chance to call for backup.

Long Yue really had to thank him.

"You’er, you’re amazing!"

Long Yue gave him a thumbs up, and You’er, given compliments, became even more excited, bouncing around.

Zhou Kai Xuan watched the lively You’er and smiled, "Lady Ming Fei, is he your brother?"

"Yes, but not by blood, yet we grew up relying on each other, he’s very well-behaved..." Long Yue was saying, then suddenly looked at him, "General Zhou, I’d like him to join your Imperial Guard, is that possible?"

Long Yue originally planned to take You’er with her, but struggled to find a suitable position for him, now it was perfect.

She could tell General Zhou was quite interested in You’er, and at thirteen or fourteen, it was a good time for him to join the Imperial Guard.

Zhou Kai Xuan seemed momentarily stunned by Long Yue’s request. He actually admired You’er; the kid was clever when he found him, though initially, he thought it was some rascal and tried chasing him away, but his agility left him and his subordinates helpless.

Just like that, Zhou Kai Xuan watched him scratch around on the ground, forming a string of words.

—— Lady Ming Fei is in trouble!

Just like that, Zhou Kai Xuan came directly to the door.

But admiration aside, joining the Imperial Guard is no joke!

The primary duty of the Imperial Guard is to protect the Imperial Palace, protect the Emperor; letting someone who can’t speak join seems inappropriate?

Long Yue saw Zhou Kai Xuan’s hesitation and said, "Actually, General Zhou need not worry too much, if you think You’er has potential, I’ll speak to His Majesty, since you know, I’ve left the Duke Mansion, the Imperial Palace is my only home now, You’er must follow me, yet no boys can live in the harem."

The only men in the harem were eunuchs.

Long Yue couldn’t possibly let You’er become a eunuch, so the Imperial Guard was the only option left.

Zhou Kai Xuan glanced at You’er, the little guy grinning at him, and honestly, he really did admire You’er.

"Alright, according to Lady Ming Fei’s wishes, as long as His Majesty agrees, I’ll let him join the Imperial Army!"

And with that, the matter was settled!

Whether Li Qingmu’s side would agree to You’er’s entry into the Imperial Army, Long Yue wouldn’t give it a second thought, as if he dared to disagree, well, hmm...

Long Yue donned a sweet smile and climbed into the phoenix carriage.

"Ah, by the way, Father mentioned a dowry for me, don’t forget about it!"

Suddenly recalling the dozen or so boxes of jewels, Long Yue hurriedly brought it up with the ceremonial procession that came to greet her.

Then had the bewildered Yu Zhu inform Wei Yan.

Already troubled by the failure, upon hearing this, Wei Yan was nearly spitting blood and passed out. 𝘧𝘳𝘦ℯ𝓌𝘦𝒷𝘯𝑜𝑣𝘦𝓁.𝒸𝘰𝓂

However, with things as they were, he had no choice but to comply.

He gritted his teeth, "Carry it over, carry it all over!"